2003 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | X5 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 93 L |
